Senior Public Relations Manager

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level salary

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Insurance

Career development budget

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly experienced Senior Public Relations Manager for a Centurion-based role. You will lead the development and execution of strategic PR programs, manage media relations, and protect the company's reputation.

You will act as a senior adviser to leadership, oversee crisis communications, mentor junior staff, and collaborate with marketing to shape public messaging across national and international outlets.

Qualifications

• Master's degree required in PR/Communications or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive PR experience, including senior management.
• Strong media relations, corporate communications and crisis management.
• Strategic thinking, problem solving and stakeholder influence.
• Proven leadership and mentoring skills.
• Ability to influence senior stakeholders in a corporate Gauteng setting.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-level PR strategies aligned with objectives and brand messaging.
• Manage relationships with national and international media outlets and influencers.
• Oversee creation and dissemination of press materials, including press releases and speeches.
• Lead crisis communication efforts with proactive and reactive strategies.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communications matters.
• Supervise and mentor junior PR staff.

Skills

Media relations

Crisis management

Strategic planning

Stakeholder engagement

Leadership

Public speaking

Education

Master's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Senior Public Relations Manager to lead their public relations efforts based in Centurion . This critical role involves developing and executing sophisticated communication strategies, managing media relations, and protecting and enhancing the company's reputation. You will oversee PR campaigns, manage crisis communications, and serve as a key spokesperson when necessary. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional leadership qualities, a deep understanding of the media landscape, and a proven track record of success in managing complex PR challenges within the media and corporate sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement high-level PR strategies aligned with corporate objectives and brand messaging.
• Manage and nurture relationships with national and international media outlets and key influencers.
• Oversee the creation and dissemination of press materials, including press releases, speeches, and annual reports.
• Lead crisis communication efforts, developing proactive and reactive strategies to mitigate reputational damage.
• Provide strategic counsel to senior leadership on communication matters and media engagement.
• Supervise and mentor junior PR staff, fostering a high-performance team culture.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Public Relations, Communications, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in public relations, with a significant portion in a senior management role.
• Extensive experience in media relations, corporate communications, and crisis management.
• Exceptional strategic thinking, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong leadership, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and manage complex projects in a corporate setting in Gauteng .

Benefits

• An attractive executive-level salary and comprehensive bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, retirement, and insurance benefits.
• Significant opportunities for career advancement within the organization.
• A dynamic and challenging work environment with high-level strategic input.
• Generous leave allowance and professional development budget.